“I’m originally from South Africa. A few years ago, when I was working on my undergrad, I had a chance to mentor some high school students. I was immediately hooked and realized that I wanted to dedicate my life to trying to make a difference in the lives of others. I’m now working on my doctorate in clinical psychology.”
“I am the ultimate Star Wars fan. I couldn’t wait for it to come out so I decided to put on my storm trooper outfit and come to the mall. Yes, it’s hot but I don’t care because I’m a freakin storm trooper. I…
“10 years ago while I was living back East, I was managing a retirement home. We were having trouble with one of the roof top air conditioning units so I climbed up on the roof to take a look. At the time I weighed…
“The biggest challenge I’ve dealt with in the past is depression. For the longest time I just didn’t feel like I fit in anywhere. Even when I was around people I was alone. I started to self medicate by cutting myself. I’m not sure…
“At the age of 6 I was diagnosed with bone cancer. After trying to find a donor and being unsuccessful, the decision was made that I would lose my leg. My parents never allowed me to feel sorry for myself. They always encouraged me…
“Seven weeks before my wife was supposed to give birth, Tommy stopped moving. We rushed to the hospital hoping for the best. The doctors were forced to do a C section. Tommy survived but his life’s struggle was only beginning. He has cerebral palsy…
“I just want her to have a chance to grow up in a world that hasn’t been destroyed by those that have come before her.” …
“I was born in a nominally active catholic family. Religion was something that we participated in only on holidays and family events. After I started high school, I started experimenting with a lot things that I shouldn’t have. I quickly realized how unhappy I…
“”I’m not handicapped, I’m just different. Many people with the same challenges I have let that challenge define their lives. My mom always told me that everybody is unique and different, my difference is just physically noticeable. I can do anything that anybody else…